Podcasts about firecracker department

In this special episode, in collaboration with the Firecrackers podcast, Janet McMordie and Naomi Snieckus explore the evolution of their podcasting journeys and the importance of community in creative fields. They discuss the influence of their parents on their creative pursuits, the challenges of navigating the acting industry, and the invaluable skills gained from improv that enhance their professional lives. The conversation also delves into the birth of the Firecracker Department, a supportive community for artists, and the joy found in pursuing multiple passions. With a focus on supporting new talent and maintaining a sense of fun in their work, they share valuable insights and personal anecdotes that resonate with anyone in the creative field.TakeawaysThe evolution of podcasting has shifted towards more casual and engaging conversations.Community and collaboration are essential in the entertainment industry.Improv skills can enhance problem-solving abilities in both medicine and acting.The stories we tell are what endure over time.Maintaining fun in the creative process is vital.Firecracker Department Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Sarah Boston and Janet McMordie discuss the challenges of balancing a whimsical career path with a day job. They explore the pressure to excel in one thing and the fear of losing edge in a profession. They also touch on the desire to be good at everything and the struggle of being mediocre at two things. The conversation highlights the importance of artists supporting other artists and the value of being a supportive audience. Sarah shares her excitement about her upcoming performance at the Guelph Fringe and discusses her podcast, Co-Medicine, which focuses on healthcare professionals who are involved in comedy.TakeawaysBalancing a whimsical career path with a day job can be challenging, but it's important to find a balance that allows for pursuing creative passions while also meeting practical needs.The pressure to excel in one thing and the fear of losing edge in a profession can create internal conflicts, but it's important to remember that it's possible to be good at multiple things.Being a supportive audience member and supporting other artists is crucial in the creative community.It's important to let go of jokes or ideas that don't work and to embrace failure as an opportunity for growth and learning.Dr. Boston's podcast: https://www.drsarahboston.com/comedicine-podcastWHAT ANOTHER FUN PODCAST? YES PLEASE!!The Firecracker Department is a podcast that dives into honest conversations with women and non-binary folks in the entertainment industry.The podcast has now spawned an international community of women and non-binary artists encouraging each other to take creative action.The podcast is hosted by award-winning actor, improviser and comedian Naomi Snieckus (Second City, Mr D) In it, she talks to fellow actors, writers and producers - and gets the skinny on their struggles, successes and everything in betweenDeep, funny, REAL conversations that make you feel like you're having a drink with one of your best friendsGuests include Mae Martin (Actor + comedian - Feel Good, I Have Nothing); Jo Vannicola (Emmy Award-Winning Actor - Street Legal, Being Erica, The Expanse); Award-winning singer-songwriter Jann Arden; Bilal Baig (creator of HBO Max's Sort Of); and Kay Cannon (writer - New Girl, 30 Rock)Find The Firecracker Department wherever you get your podcasts - and give them a follow. And NOW you can WATCH the interviews on the Firecracker Department YouTube channel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rev up your year with a brand new season of The Firecracker Department Podcast! Let's ignite 2024 with an explosive lineup of captivating conversations. Join our sensational host, Naomi Snieckus, and an array of global artists as they take you on a heart-pounding journey into the depths of creativity and inspiration. But that's not all – mark your calendars because later this spring, we're bringing you The Blaze Sessions, a special mini-season featuring the extraordinary co-host Jennifer Podemski. It's a dynamic duo that will set your imagination ablaze! Each episode promises an electric blend of insights and innovation you won't want to skip. So, whether you're strolling down the street, pumping iron at the gym, whipping up a storm in the kitchen, or lost in your own universe, tune in and let us transport you to an action-packed realm of unbridled creativity. Get ready to fire up your imagination and dive headfirst into a whirlwind of inspiration with The Firecracker Department Podcast – the ultimate destination for all things thrilling and ingenious!

Wendy has a problem with rules. But some rules matter. Like the rules of improv. Naomi Snieckus loves those. And so does Maureen. Naomi talks about Improv Rule #1: Yes, And. About the importance of supporting a partner in comedy or drama or a podcast. And yes, in life.Naomi started doing improv at Second City in Toronto, and is now an actor, producer, writer and director. She was on “Mr. D", “Degrassi”, “Pretty Hard Cases”, and voices a ton of cartoons. During “Me Too” she launched The Firecracker Department which supports creative women and non-binary people. She's also hosting a new podcast with Amanda Brugel called the Blaze Sessions. They are very supportive partners! A Video version of this episode appears here. A transcript of the episode is here. We love writing and would love for you to read what we write. Sign Up for our Substack Newsletter. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Wendy and Maureen at womenofir@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At Naomi Sniekus's Firecracker Department annual TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival) brunch, I met Sarah D. McCarthy and offered to interview her. Afterward, she came to meet me at the Hyatt Regency for a chat. I learned about why she let her hair go gray during the lockdowns and how that's affecting her acting career. (Filmed Sep 9, 2019) • Follow my Instagram. For a free gift card, sign up for TikTok here then follow my TikTok. Subscribe to my YouTube. Click follow at my Amazon page. SHOP MY MERCH: Buy my shirts at my Amazon Merch. DEALS FROM MY SPONSORS: Free trial of Amazon Prime. Free online speed dating --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkthegenius/message

Jennifer Holness is not only a force to be reckoned with, but she is a beacon of change in the industry. An award-winning filmmaker and the co-founder of Hungry Eyes Media (with her partner Sudz Sutherland), she is the first ever recipient of the Firecracker Department's Red Point Award, going to women over 50 who are still creating incredible content and leading the way in out community. After a life-changing health scare in her early twenties, Jennifer learned to go forth confidently in the direction of her dreams to direct and produce, and never look back. Throughout her incredible career, she shares with Naomi and Amanda how she is able to fully immerse herself in a story to help spark change, and how centering on a theme helps her pinpoint what the story will transform into. She also acknowledges that despite her increasing drive to change the world, she needs to be able to take care of herself and her family. And through the trials, stress, and pressure, Jennifer is still able to live a life that is full of joy.

It's important to put in the good work...As we're deep in the heart of Toronto International Film Festival right now, it felt important to remind ourselves that there's more then just movies playing in theatres to be excited about.  There's good work going on as our community comes together to make stories from all walks of life as accessible as humanly possible.That's where the Firecracker Department comes in...Firecracker Department started as a podcast and has grown into an international community of artistic women and non-binary artists igniting each other to take creative action through positivity, education, support and by providing a platform for our voices and stories.  Since its start five years ago, it has grown into several departments including: Comedy Department, Script Department, Writing Department, Wellness Department, Social Justice Department and more are sparking in the future to create space for more women and non-binary artists to be heard. The community of Firecracker Department core members have branched out to Toronto, Vancouver, Los Angeles, New York, Texas, Nashville, Dubai and the UK.  The core members are running panels, events, workshops to pursue their goal of getting more women and non-binary artists in creative positions.Tomorrow they are having their virtual TIFF brunch and handing out their Blaze award to Jo Vannicola for their work not only in front of but behind the screen for all their continuing efforts in making the entertainment industry a more inclusive place.  Visit the Firecracker Department's Facebook for the Virtual Red Carpet at 1PM before their brunch.We had the distinct pleasure to talk with Naomi and Jo, not only about the origins of the Firecracker Department, but the significance of the Blaze award, highlighting all these issues during something like TIFF, pronouns and remembering to have all our hearts in the right place when it comes to accepting diversity in storytelling.

Here are a few key take-aways from this episode:8 Seasons on CBC's hit comedy Mr. D.Second City Toronto alumnus - wrote and performed in 5 hit shows.Recurring character on CTV's Carter.Comedy Podcast "Baram & Snieckus" @baramsnieckus #SomeoneStoleSomethingFirecracker Department started as a podcast to support the voices of women in the arts.It has become a community, a movement of like minded women empowering and supporting each other to take creative action by creating platforms for their voices and stories.Firecracker Department: firecrackerdepartment.comSocial Handles @firecrackerdepartment & @snieckusIt's important to share laughter with others - it lifts the roomBe grateful for the small thingsGo for it - continue to take action in your career

In this week’s episode Naomi Snieckus sits down with Gabrielle Rose at the 2018 Toronto International Film Festival to discuss her extensive acting career, aging in the entertainment industry, choosing projects for her artistic interest, and learning lessons from every struggle and downfall she’s ever encountered. For more on Gabrielle follow her on Twitter @GabrielleRose79. If you loved this episode feel free to leave a comment on our iTunes or even better share it! For more Firecracker Department podcasts be sure to subscribe on iTunes and for more awesome Firecracker Department content follow on Twitter and Instagram @firecrackerdept. Gabrielle Rose’s acting credits include Unspeakable (2019), The Good Doctor (2018), Kingsway (2018), Sweet Virginia (2017), The Man in the High Castle (2016), Once Upon A Time (2011-2016), Proof (2015) and countless other roles.

Renee Beaulieu’s film credits include Les Salopes (2018), Adrien (2015), Le Vide (2011), Coupable (2010), Qui (2008), and Le Ring (2007). Welcome Firecrackers! In this episode Naomi Snieckus interviews director, writer, and filmmaker, Renee Beaulieu at the Toronto International Film Festival. Take a listen as Renee talks about her creative process, the incredible films she’s made, and following her instinct. For more on Renee follow her on instagram @renee_beaulieu and twitter @Reneeebee. For more Firecracker Department episodes hit the subscribe button on iTunes and follow on Twitter and Instagram @Firecrackerdept. Thanks for listening all you bodacious firecrackers!

Naomi Snieckus is an award-winning actress and comedian, one of the stars of Mr. D and host of the Firecracker Department podcast.

Coming together with Naomi Snieckus. Naomi is a wonderful comedian, actor and improviser who has performed on Mr. D and Baram & Sniekus. She joins us in studio to talk about her latest project The Firecracker Department. Join Naomi and TVA as they crack on the following: - Ever wonder how Naomi and TVA met? - Creation of ideas - Work with your sweetie Thanks and enjoy!

Naomi is a writer, improviser, actress and comedian, best known for her regular television role as Bobbi in Mr. D and her appearance as Nina in Saw 3D. She is also the host of a podcast called Firecracker Department in which she interviews the brightest minds and most charismatic women in entertainment. In this episode, we discuss her career and life lessons she's learnt from comedy.

Firecrackers, It’s been a big week for the Toronto theatre community. For those of you that don’t know, Albert Schultz, who was the AD at one of the countries largest theatre companies, Soulpepper, was accused of sexual harassment in the theatre. Four amazingly bold, brave women; Diana Bentley, Patricia Fagan, Kristin Booth, and Hannah Miller came forward with their stories. It’s been an intense, heart breaking time and I have searched with what to say about the whole thing.  I decided to leave this note for the Firecracker Department members and not to have a guest this week. Instead, I want to make YOU my guest. Get YOUR voice out there. Send me your emails, voice files, tweets with what advice you would give your younger self, If you want to leave your name and where you’re from you can, but you don’t have to! firecrackerdepartment@gmail.com.  I know your words will ring so loud with our community that our hearts will get stirred into action. With love, Naomi